About Mental Health First Aid
With over 95,000 First Aiders and 1,200 Instructors trained in Maryland, Mental Health First Aid® is making an impact!
The nationally recognized mental health training course
Mental Health First Aid® Maryland
Mental Health First Aid® Maryland is a public education national certification course designed to teach individuals, professionals, businesses, and community members the skills necessary to respond with care and genuine support to an individual experiencing a mental health or substance use concern or crisis. Mental health problems are common and, with the right help, wellness and recovery are possible. Since its inception, over 95,000 Mental Health First Aiders have been trained—creating more caring, safe, and supportive communities throughout Maryland.
If you are a non-Maryland resident seeking training, please visit the national Mental Health First Aid program at MHFA.org.
Teaching Mental Health First Aid
Learn about becoming a MHFA Maryland Instructor, access our instructor resources, and find out about our available grant funding and scholarship applications.
Join an upcoming MHFA training!
Be the difference. Learn how to recognize and respond to a person experiencing a mental health or substance use concern or crisis and to connect them to appropriate care.
Increasing Mental Health Awareness and Readiness
It was the term “First Aid” that attracted me. After an intensive, engaging eight hours, I came away better prepared to help someone having a mental health illness – until he or she can get professional help. Thanks to this course, I have the basic tools and knowledge to help someone in need. Who would benefit from this course? Everyone.